The flight distance from Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo, Japan to Ulusaba Airport (ULX) in Ulusaba, South Africa is 13,236 kilometers (8,225 miles / 7,147 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west at a heading of 259°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Japan with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:57 in Tokyo, it's 20:57 in Ulusaba. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,122 feet between the two airports. Ulusaba Airport sits higher than Narita International Airport.

The return flight from Ulusaba (ULX) to Tokyo (NRT) follows a heading of 61° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Narita International Airport (NRT) and Ulusaba Airport (ULX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.